General Maintenance - sunjoe SJPPH48 Manual Del Operador

NOTE: After use, it's normal for the emitter screen to have
some discoloration.
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Gas appliance will be hot after
use. DO NOT touch or move gas appliance for at least 45
minutes after use.
In The Event of Gas Leakage:
1. Turn the lighting knob to OFF position.
2. Close the propane cylinder valve.
3. Wait at least 5 minutes to allow gas to dissipate.
4. If odor continues, immediately call gas supplier.
Maintenance
To enjoy years of outstanding performance from the patio
heater, make sure you perform the following maintenance
activities on a regular basis.
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DO NOT touch or move gas appliance
for at least 45 minutes after use. Allow it to cool before
touching.
Cleaning
This patio heater should be cleaned on a regular basis to
promote safer experiences and longer product life.
DO NOT attempt to clean this heater until it is COMPLETELY
extinguished and COMPLETELY cooled down.
1. Keep exterior surfaces clean.
2. Use warm soapy water for cleaning. Never use a
flammable or corrosive cleaning agent.
3. While cleaning your unit, be sure to keep the area around
the heater dry at all times. If any part of the gas control
system is exposed to water in any way, do NOT use it. It
must be replaced.

General Maintenance

1. Keep the work area free and clean from combustible
materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and
liquids. Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and
ventilation air. Keep the ventilation opening(s) of the
cylinder enclosure free and clear from debris.
2. Turn on the heater as instructed before, and visually check
burner flames. The flames should be primarily blue with
yellow tip.
3. Remove the Hexagon socket head bolts (M6x14) used
to secure the burner assembly and the upper pole. Take
out the burner assembly and check if there are cracks
or worn sections on the propane hose. If yes, do not use
the heater and contact Snow Joe
service at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563) for
assistance.
NOTE: If used in a salt-air environment (such as near an
ocean), corrosion occurs faster than normal. Frequently
check for corroded areas and repair them promptly.
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Fig. 17
Burner assembly
Check for cracks or
worn parts
Upper pole
4. Spiders and insects tend to nest inside the heater. This
can cause damage to the heater and render it unsafe to
use. At least once a year, the unit should be inspected for
the presence of spiders, spider webs or other insects.
5. Air flow must be unobstructed. Keep controls, burner,
and circulating air passageways clean. Signs of possible
blockage include:
i). Gas odor with extreme yellow flame.
ii). Heater does NOT reach the desired temperature.
iii). Heater glow is excessively uneven.
iv). Heater makes popping noises.
6. Carbon deposits may create a fire hazard. Clean the
reflector and the emitter screen with warm soapy water if
any carbon deposits is seen.
Annual Propane Hose Leakage Test
All connections on the patio heater have been adjusted and
tightened at the factory, however, in case any connection is
loosened during long term use, it's recommended that users
test the propane hose connection at least once a year.
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WARNING!
• Do not use an open flame to check for leakage.
• Do not smoke during testing.
• Do not test indoors.
1. Make leakage solution by mixing 1 part liquid dish soap
and 3 parts water.
2. With the cylinder connected to the hose, remove the
observation window panel located opposite to the lighting
knob (Fig. 18).